 |
Message from the Secretary
I think I have become tuned into Spring lately. Everyone has been wishing that it would get here faster and there is no one wishing harder than my daughter, as she is about to give birth to my newest grandchild. These thoughts of new life, warmer days and the feel of the soft fuzzy buds on the tree across the street from our house have set my spirits soaring.
 |
Yes, Spring is finally here!
|
If you have a recipe or a story to share, please call me at 781-424-1800 or email me at Kimberly.Sullivan@parsons.com
|
 |
|
Archery News
 Spring will soon be upon us and then the cold winter months will be just a mere memory. Please join us for archery “practice” in the main hall every Thursday night. Come sharpen your skills. Before we know it, we will be venturing outdoors to the “real” ranges. Meanwhile, the boards and targets are stored on the porch for anyone to use.
|
|
|
Welcome New Members
Brian Smith sponsored by Bill Lewis, Dennis Maher sponsored by Robert Alpert, and Vincent Cammarano sponsored by John Twomey all completed their work requirements and were accepted into the club. Welcome!
|
|
|
The GOAL Post
Goal's 30th Anniversary Celebration Banquet will be held on May 15, 2004
at the Royal Plaza Hotel in Marlboro, MA.
For tickets and information,
please call 508-939-5333.
The Annual meeting starts at 2:30 p.m.
Cocktails begin at 3:00 pm.
Ceremonies take place at 4:30 p.m. and
Dinner is served at 5:00 p.m.
Adult tickets are $40 and
Juniors (under 18) are $25 each.
|
|
|
Special Message for Limited Members!
If you have recently joined the club and are looking for ways to fulfill your work requirement here are some contacts who may be able to identify some chores or work that needs to be done on the grounds or at an upcoming event. There is also a list posted on the Club's bulletin board.
Artty Kinsman: President 978-369-1379
Joe Facenda: Archery 781-899-7824
Bill Lewis: Grounds 978-952-6696
Robert Alpert: Pistol 508-651-1153
|
|
|
The National Firearms Museum
On February 26, 2004 the National Firearms Museum unveiled a new shotgun exhibit funded by the F. R. "Rudy" Etchen Endowment to honor Rudy Etchen, one of America's premier shotgunners, and highlight the popular shotgun sports of skeet and trap. Doug Wicklund, senior curator, noted during the ceremony that: "This museum tells the story of Americans and their guns. This exhibit enhances the museum's message by telling the story of smoothbores by one of America's first family of shotgunners."
Special pieces that are part of this exhibit include the milestone six-millionth Remington Model 870 shotgun loaned by the Etchen family, the engraved Ithaca trap shotgun once owned by renowned bandmaster John Philip Sousa and a selection of rare Kreighoff, Parker and Winchester arms that equally illustrate the sports of skeet and trap shooting.
Set against a backdrop vista of the Vandalia, OH Grand American shooting range, the exhibit presents arms of the shotgun disciplines as they might be placed into action on the sporting fields. Recognition of international achievement in this display is provided with the 1924 Olympic gold medal awarded Fred Etchen as captain of the US shotgun team. Memorabilia including books, shooting patches, glass target balls and other accoutrements loaned by friends of the museum help tell this unique shooting story.
The National Firearms Museum is located at 11250 Waples Mill Road in Fairfax, VA. The museum is open every day (except major holidays) from 10-4 and is free. For more information you can call them at 703-267-1600.
|
|
|
The Wild Game Supper
raised over $5700!
Way to go hunters, cooks,
and diners!!
|
|
|
|
|
Upcoming Meetings
MONTHLY MEETING
March 24, 2004
7:30 P.M.
|
|
|
 A Moment of
Silence
Mrs. Beatrice Mills, Billy Jarmulowicz’s mother-in-law, recently died in her nursing home at the age of 85, after being ill for a long time. Her service was February 24, 2004. Billy’s wife, Rhona, and her 5 sisters had been expecting it. Their father passed away a number of years back. A card was sent on behalf of the Club.
Our condolences also go out to William (Billy) Hopkins at the recent passing of his uncle, David Hopkins, who was in his 60s.
Apart from condolence calls, Rev. Bacon has also offered his services to any one who gets sick, divorced, or otherwise needs His counsel. Rev. Bacon may be reached at either of the following numbers. Home: 781 860-0729, Cell: 617 699-7203 or by email at: revbacon@diomass.org or maranatha@rcn.com.
|
|
|
Let's take a look into the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game's Licensing and Registration System, otherwise known as MassOutdoors.
To better serve you, they have automated the licensing operations of the Divisions of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife), Marine Fisheries, and EOEA's Office of Environmental Law Enforcement. While there, you can purchase your Massachusetts hunting, fishing and sporting license, recreational lobster permit and renew your motorboat, ATV, and snowmobile registration.
Furthermore, when your license information is in their system, you may also receive subsequent licenses, permits and registrations through the mail. Your license fees support inland and marine fisheries research and management, wildlife restoration programs, land conservation efforts, and environmental law enforcement.
|
|
|
Timber!!!
Under the watchful eye of the Grounds Chairman, Bill Lewis, the large damaged pine tree was finally cut down last week. Final removal will depend on club members with chainsaws and strong backs. Give Bill a call at 978-952-6696 to volunteer.
|
|
|
Welcome new 'limited' member
Joel Hertzman of Concord, MA.
Joel is sponsored by Robert Alpert.
|
|
|
 The Cribbage Tournament Championship game between Concord and Muskataquid was held on Sunday, March 7th.
We are proud to say that Bruce Harvey, Corrine Kinsman, Linda Bregoli and Tony Genova brought the trophy home… AGAIN!!
|
|
|
Hooking Dogs on Fishing
Fishing season will soon be here, and while you may bait your hook in anticipation of snagging a lunker largemouth, trophy trout or a mess of panfish to fry, you could end up deep-hooking your pooch.
Fishhooks are wonderful attractants to dogs, particularly when loaded with cheese, bread, or stink bait.
Unfortunately, the barbs that keep the fish on the line work just as effectively at keeping the hook in your dog's mouth or throat.
As fishing season approaches, make sure to clean out all the used line and hooks from your boats, sheds, and tackle boxes. Let's hope the biggest fish you ever catch will be the kind with fins.
|
|
|
PDF Format for printing